I am new to reloading and i have a couple questions that i hope you guys or gals can answer.
Prelim: I have a Dillon 650 XL / setup for .45ACP / all Dillon Dies and accessories / 230 grain Ranier bullets / Winchester large primers / Remington brass / Bullseye powder.
Question One: The OAL in Lyman's 48th edition for a .45 ACP is 1.275 for a 230 grain bullet. I have completed 88 rounds and their OAL varies from 1.267 - 1.275 (.008 difference). Lyman's states that the OAL can vary +/- .005, but the Dillon setup book states the OAL can vary .016, which is correct and are my rounds within an acceptable tolerance?
Question Two: I have brand new Winchester brass. The Lyman manuel states the case should be .480 wide, but my brass is measured at .470 wide, is that acceptable?
Thank you for your time.
Prelim: I have a Dillon 650 XL / setup for .45ACP / all Dillon Dies and accessories / 230 grain Ranier bullets / Winchester large primers / Remington brass / Bullseye powder.
Question One: The OAL in Lyman's 48th edition for a .45 ACP is 1.275 for a 230 grain bullet. I have completed 88 rounds and their OAL varies from 1.267 - 1.275 (.008 difference). Lyman's states that the OAL can vary +/- .005, but the Dillon setup book states the OAL can vary .016, which is correct and are my rounds within an acceptable tolerance?
Question Two: I have brand new Winchester brass. The Lyman manuel states the case should be .480 wide, but my brass is measured at .470 wide, is that acceptable?
Thank you for your time.